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Operating Instructions
Dear Customer,
Many thanks for the confidence you have shown in us with the purchase of your new JET-machine. This manual has been
prepared for the owner and operators of a JET
JHC-355 metal circular saw
to promote safety during installation, operation
and maintenance procedures. Please read and understand the information contained in these operating instructions and the
accompanying documents. To obtain maximum life and efficiency from your machine, and to use the machine safely, read
this manual thoroughly and follow instructions carefully.
…Table of Contents
1. Declaration of conformity
2. Warranty
3. Safety
Authorized use
General safety notes
Remaining hazards
4. Machine specifications
Technical data
Noise emission
Contents of delivery
Description of the machine
5. Transport and start up
Transport and installation
Assembly
Mains connection
Starting operation
6. Machine operation
7. Setup and adjustments
Changing the saw blade
Adjusting cutting depth stop
8. Maintenance and inspection
9. Troubleshooting
10. Environmental protection
11. Available accessories
1. Declaration of conformity
On our own responsibility we hereby
declare that this product complies
with the regulations* listed on page 2.
Designed in consideration with the
standards**.
2. Warranty
The Seller guarantees that the
supplied product is free from material
defects and manufacturing faults.
This warranty does not cover any
defects which are caused, either
directly or indirectly, by incorrect use,
carelessness, accidental damage,
repair, inadequate maintenance or
cleaning and normal wear and tear.
Guarantee and/or warranty claims
must be made within twelve months
from the date of purchase (date of
invoice). Any further claims shall be
excluded.
This warranty includes all guarantee
obligations of the Seller and replaces
all previous declarations and
agreements concerning warranties.
The warranty period is valid for eight
hours of daily use. If this is exceeded,
the warranty period shall be reduced
in proportion to the excess use, but to
no less than three months.
Returning rejected goods requires the
prior express consent of the Seller
and is at the Buyer’s risk and
expense.
Further warranty details can be found
in the General Terms and Conditions
(GTC). The GTC can be viewed at
www.jettools.com or can be sent by
post upon request.
The Seller reserves the right to make
changes to the product and
accessories at any time.
3. Safety
3.1 Authorized use
This machine is designed for dry
cutting metal materials only.
Machining of other materials is not
permitted and may be carried out in
specific cases only after consulting
with the manufacturer.
Never cut magnesium-
high danger to fire!
The workpiece must allow to safely
be loaded and supported.
The proper use also includes
compliance with the operating and
maintenance instructions given in this
manual.
The machine must be operated only
by persons familiar with its operation
and maintenance and who are
familiar with its hazards.
The required minimum age must be
observed
The machine must only be used in a
technically perfect condition.
When working on the machine, all
safety mechanisms and covers must
be mounted.
In addition to the safety requirements
contained in these operating
instructions and your country’s
applicable regulations, you should
observe the generally recognized
technical rules concerning the
operation of metalworking machines.
Any other use exceeds authorization.
In the event of unauthorized use of
the machine, the manufacturer
renounces all liability and the
responsibility is transferred
exclusively to the operator.
3.2 General safety notes
Metalworking machines can be
dangerous if not used properly.
Therefore the appropriate general
technical rules as well as the
following notes must be observed.
Read and understand the entire
instruction manual before attempting
assembly or operation.
Keep this operating instruction close
by the machine, protected from dirt
and humidity, and pass it over to the
new owner if you part with the tool.
No changes to the machine may be
made.
Daily inspect the function and
existence of the safety appliances
before you start the machine.
Do not attempt operation in this case,
protect the machine by unplugging
the mains cord.
Do not lock the moving guard in the
open position. Ensure that the
movable guards operate freely
without jamming.
Remove all loose clothing and
confine long hair.
Before operating the machine,
remove tie, rings, watches, other
jewellery, and roll up sleeves above
the elbows.
Wear safety shoes; never wear
leisure shoes or sandals.
Always wear the approved working
outfit.
Use safety goggles at all times.
